Shorts Program 4: Young Blood
Saturday 6th February / 17:00 - 19:00 / Eventive
Young Blood (80:57)
These protagonists may be small, but they pack a punch. This program features a strong selection of films with young protagonists, combatting real and supernatural horrors.
This shorts block is not geo-restricted
The Rougarou (13:08)
Written and directed by Lorraine Caffery, USA, 2020 | German Premiere
A fierce story about a ten year-old girl who vows to catch and kill the Rougarou, the fabled werewolf of Louisiana lore, after the monster wreaks havoc on her neighborhood. This film combines family conflicts, class and race-based politics, and fable to paint a harrowing portrait of a city and its ills.
She-Pack (18:10)
Directed by Fanny Oveson, Norway, 2018
Anarchy emerges at a public pool birthday party when a group of small girls push the limits of their strength and power. Underdog Ronja challenges the girls' alpha female to battle for dominance. The game escalates quickly, and as the thirst for power grows, Ronja and the other girls lose control.
The Little Demon (13:07)
Directed by Carol Van Hemelrjick, UK/Belgium, 2020
Every night, the same thing happens: Giles and Sean's daughter runs around the flat, screaming, scratching walls - possessed by a demon. They're terrified of their own daughter and don't know what to do about it.
The Curse (4:03)
Directed by Ellie Stewart, Canada, 2020 | European Premiere
When a young girl becomes jealous of her little brother for receiving money from the tooth fairy, she hatches a peculiar plan to cash in.
Bakemono (10:00)
Directed by Sumire Takamatsu, USA, 2020
Today is February 3rd, known in Japan as Setsubun. Families celebrate by casting out evil spirits from their homes. But this family's daughter is not convinced they're evil so she invites a spirit in for a midnight snack.
Cerulia (13:00)
Written and directed by Sofia Carrillo, Mexico, 2017
Cerulia comes back home to bid her final farewell, but her childhood memories and grandparents' presence won’t let her go.
Fish Whiskers (9:29)
Written and directed by Roney, Canada, 2020 | European Premiere
A visit to a secluded family cottage takes a mysterious turn after three best friends discover a dying catfish by the hillside.